In downtown Columbia, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista offers a warm welcome with free full breakfast and a coffee shop. Unwind in the garden or seasonal outdoor pool, and enjoy convenient amenities like dry cleaning services and in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Parking available
Pool
Non-smoking
Gym
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre
Self parking
Seasonal outdoor pool
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Playground on-site
Rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
The current price is AU$195
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Room options
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
44 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Colonial Life Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Township Auditorium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
University of South Carolina - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 18 min drive
Columbia Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Cola's Restaurant - 6 min walk
Old Chicago - 7 min walk
Liberty Tap Room & Grill - 6 min walk
Hickory Tavern - 6 min walk
Cantina 76 On Main - 7 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of South Carolina and Williams Brice Stadium. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights include a fitness centre, a snack bar/deli and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and comfortable guest rooms.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 14 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Playground
Corner guards
Pool gate
Stair gate
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space (1000 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2021
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
2 per cent destination fee will be charged
Service fee: USD 14 per accommodation, per night
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 5.0 per night
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs USD 14 per night with in/out privileges
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to September
Policies
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday INN EXP Stes Dwntwn THE Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista
Holiday Inn Express Suites Columbia Downtown The Vista by IHG
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 14 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG also has a garden.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG is in Downtown Columbia, a short 12-minute walk from University of South Carolina and 9 minutes' walk from Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbia Downtown - The Vista by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
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Location
Parking
Bed
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Shower
Bathroom
Police stations
What guests liked
Breakfast options were consistently good and often described as outstanding, with many guests praising the variety and quality. (34 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near many restaurants and offers a variety of dining options within walking distance. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Rooms were nice
Breakfast was awesome
All the staff was friendly
Stefanie
2-night trip
10/10
Staff was very friendly, room was clean and comfortable. Only slight negative was parking. Not enough parking for all patrons.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful and clean hotel. Walkable to downtown and the Vista. Our new go to hotel when we visit University of South Carolina.
Erika
5-night trip
10/10
Charles was very friendly and pleasant at check in. Made sure we had everything we needed.
Jill
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff,clean and well maintained.
William
2-night trip
10/10
Myself and my 12 year old son enjoyed how clean and comfy our room was. Great view!! The staff were super helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. Would def recommend this place. One thing, parking was tight.
Rebecca
1-night trip
10/10
They were so awesome during our check in. After coming from another hotel because of cleanliness and staff attitudes they were exactly what we needed to start our weekend.
Madelyn Ramona
1-night trip
10/10
The property was very convenient for downtown activities. Staff was very friendly. The room was well accommodated and clean.
Stacey
1-night trip
8/10
It was a nice stay
Ashley
1-night trip
10/10
Property is nice and convenient to a lot of locations we need to go to.
Richalina
1-night trip
8/10
Room was clean and the front desk staff were friendly
Isabella
1-night trip
10/10
Great stay
Marcy
1-night trip
10/10
Easy check in. Close to everything.
Christopher
1-night trip
10/10
Clean quiet good breakfast great housekeeping staff. Easy to walk great parking.
Caroline
2-night trip
8/10
Property was clean and in a good location for visiting USC campus
Deborah
3-night trip
10/10
Great stay, friendly staff and good free breakfast. Highly recommend
Andrea
10/10
Stay was very comfortable. Rooms were clean and service was friendly and helpful.
Danielle
2-night trip
8/10
Check in and customer service was great!!
Theresa
1-night trip
10/10
I liked that my room and bathroom were clean. The staff was nice. The breakfast offered was good, average options to choose from. This is my second time staying there. I do like that there are a lot of options for dining nearby. I didn’t like that I had to pay a parking fee though which seems to related to the city Columbia (didn’t recall it from my first visit). Overall, a very nice stay.
Jetandra
2-night trip
8/10
Hotel was clean, service desk pleasent. Room was clean, water pressure in shower very good and water was hot. Breakfast was offered on site, I found the food was not hot I reported to the kitchen staff it was cold oatmeal was like cream of wheat all water.
Chris
1-night trip
10/10
Wonderful stay
Dena
1-night trip
10/10
Spacious rooms
Jada
2-night trip
10/10
The whole hotel was clean from the parking lot to the lobby and rooms. It was quiet and safe. Staff was great.
NANCY
2-night trip
10/10
Room was very clean . Service was slow and I had to go back for a parking pass but everything else was great. Would definitely stay again .